Mid-Level Gift Officer-2

Prairie View A&M University

Mid-Level Gift Officer-2

Job Title
Mid-Level Gift Officer-2

Agency
Prairie View A&M University

Department
Development Office

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
Prairie View, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU), an institution steeped in history and committed to academic excellence, is seeking a dynamic and motivated Mid-Level Gift Officer to advance our mission through philanthropic support. Under direction, the Mid-Level Gift Officer serves as a senior frontline fundraising professional responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors capable of making mid-level and leadership annual gifts, generally ranging from $5,000 to $50,000, with an emphasis on developing a strong pipeline toward major gifts. This position is aligned with one or more colleges or schools and works collaboratively with academic leadership, faculty, and Advancement staff to increase donor engagement and support college-specific and university-wide priorities, including PVAMU's upcoming milestone 150th Anniversary.

The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of approximately 150-200 prospective donors with mid-level to leadership annual giving capacity.
  
  Actively identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors through personalized engagement strategies, including in-person visits, virtual meetings, calls, written communications, and special events.
  
• Develop, coordinate, and maintain comprehensive fundraising strategies and engagement plans in partnership with assigned colleges or schools.
  
• Serve as primary fundraising liaison to Deans, Department Heads, and academic
  
  leadership, advising on donor strategy and philanthropic opportunities aligned with institutional and unit priorities.
  
• Prepare and present customized donor proposals, gift agreements, sponsorship materials, and stewardship communications in coordination with Advancement leadership and prospect strategy teams.
  
• Maintain accurate, timely donor records, contact reports, proposals, and activity within the University's CRM and related systems in accordance with established moves management and reporting protocols.
  
• Work collaboratively with Advancement Services and independently to generate, analyze, and interpret donor activity and fundraising reports to guide fundraising strategy, monitor progress, and support goal attainment.
  
• Plan and execute donor engagement activities, including recognition events, campus experiences, alumni outreach, and special fundraising events, in support of assigned colleges or schools.
  
• Meet or exceed annual performance metrics, including donor visits, proposals submitted, dollars raised and donors upgraded.
  
  Participate in and support targeted fundraising campaigns and initiatives aligned with PVAMU's strategic plan, scholarships, research, and academic program development.
  
• Represent Prairie View A&M University at donor meetings, alumni functions,
  
  corporate/community engagements, athletics events, and University-wide activities. Demonstrate a high standard of professionalism, accountability, discretion, and commitment to the University's values.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
  
• Four years of fundraising, sales, or related relationship-driven experience.
  

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of database and spreadsheet applications.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships with donors, volunteers, alumni, faculty, and senior leadership.
  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to articulate compelling cases for philanthropic support.
  
• Proven organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and CRM platforms (e.g., Raiser's Edge, Salesforce, etc.).
  

Job Posting Close Date:

• 02/09/2026
  

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
  

• Cover Letter
  

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.


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About Us
For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research and service.

PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston. For more information, visit www.pvamu.edu. Your career opportunities with a “University of the first class” begins here!

Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (936) 261-1730.








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